26-27 Substitute Teacher

Calallen Independent School District; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Calallen Independent School District is seeking a Substitute Teacher to support assigned campuses in Corpus Christi, Texas. You will implement lesson plans and supervise students under the direction of the absent teacher and campus staff.

This position requires reliability, strong classroom management, and effective communication with teachers, administrators, and parents as needed, with orientation to district policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: High school diploma/GED, some college hours, or associate degree
• Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Experience: Experience managing groups of students and providing instruction, or related work experience.
• Employment/Orientation/Professional Requirements: Completion of substitute orientation and background checks per district policies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain prompt and regular attendance for each substitute assignment.
• Follow district policies and employee handbook updates.
• Observe and assist students, and support teachers with lesson plans.
• Be available to cover absences at various campuses, with a minimum participation requirement.
• Adhere to dress standards and communicate effectively with staff and students.
• Support classroom management and student safety, including behavior monitoring.
• Leave notes and complete substitute reports as required by the campus.

Skills

Core subjects knowledge

Curriculum & instruction

Classroom management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma/GED, some college hours, or associate degree

Job description

26-27 Substitute Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 4815513
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Apr 16, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

Dept./School: Assigned Campus
Purpose:

Providestudents withappropriatelearning activities,instruction,and supervisionby implementingthe lesson plansasdirected by the absent teacher, principal, or other responsible staff.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma/GED, some college hours, or associate degree

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of core academic subject assigned

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Experiencemanaginggroups ofstudents and providing instruction, or related work experience.

Employment/Orientation/Professional Requirements:

• All subs are employed on an at-will basis and are not considered contractual employees. They are not employed for any specific length of time and have no property right in the employment. Subs do not have Chapter 21 rights. Employers may terminate at-will employees at any time for any reason or for no reason, except for legally impermissible reasons. As an at-will employee you are free to resign at any time for any reason or for no reason.
• Subs are also not guaranteed work at any specific campus, grade level, or other location. The district has the right to deny access to specific grades, teachers, campuses, or locations.
• Effectiveness as a substitute is directly related to ability in managing students, carrying out teacher plans, and working cooperatively with others.
• If there are any unfavorable incidents or reports regarding substitutes that need to be addressed, the appropriate District personnel may look into the matter and determine the appropriate action.
• Completion of the Calallen ISD Substitute Teacher Orientation is a required step in the hiring process.
• ***Failure to meet the required steps will result inyou application being withdrawn from cosideration.

• Additional Steps:
  • Completion of necessary paperwork including a complete application. (If the application is not complete or missing necessary information, the application will not be considered).
  • Thorough background check.
  • Reference checks (Must include current and former supervisors and dates of employment).
  • and any additional Professional Development that is required

Responsibilities:

• Maintain prompt and regular attendance for each substitute assignment.
• Keep abreast and acknowledge all information located in District Policies and Employee Handbook updated each year.
• Substitutes must help/observe students.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by program/building administrator(s) in accordance with school policies and practices.
• Substitute employees are required to be consistently available to cover teacher absences at various campuses; a minimum of four (4) days per month within a school year to remain active in the substitute pool.
• Substitute employees must be available to accept assignments immediately upon hire into the Calallen ISD Substitute pool.
• Abide by the approved dress standards in accordance with the Employee Handbook and substitute orientation training.
• Ability to communicate (verbal and written) in a cooperative and professional manner, ability to actively monitor students to ensure they are on task.
• Flexibility to change assignments, classrooms, and assist with other duties throughout the campus including cafeteria duty, monitoring busses etc.
• Ability to make rational and quick decisions.
• Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned by campus principal or designee.
• Perform other duties as needed to meet district needs/special events.
• Perform other duties as needed to meet district needs/special events.

Student Growth and Development:

• Be a positive role model for students;support mission ofcampus andschool district.
• Classroom Management and Organization.
• Submit attendance reports.
• Implement aclassroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, andemotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance withthe lesson plans,Student Code of Conduct,and student handbook.
• Supervise students at all times.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain a clean and orderly classroomand follow theclassroom and school procedures as directed by the school.
• Leave notes or complete the approved substitute teacher report form at the end of the teaching day.
• Report any accidents or incidents.

Instructional Strategies:

• Implement lesson plansand instructional activitiesprovidedby the absent teacheror designated staff.
• Use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials,equipment, and technologythat reflect understanding of the learning stylesand needs of students assigned andpresent subject matter according to the lesson plans.
• Work cooperatively withteachersto modify curriculum for studentsas needed or noted in lesson plans.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding special instructions for students. Special instructions should be carried out. Refer to an administrator regarding questions with special instructions. This should be in conference on an "as needed" basis and will require an educational need to know.
• Consult as appropriate with the campus principal or designee, if no lesson plan is provided by the teacher of record.

Classroom Management and Organization:

• Establish and maintain efficient classroom management procedures and standards of student behavior.
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students.
• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level, interest, and needs of students.
• Leave a summary of work completed at the end of each instructional day for the teacher of record.
• Maintain established rules, routines, schedule, or procedures of